Allegorie op de dood van Joan Derk van der Capellen tot den Pol, 1784 1784

This 1784 engraving by Dirk Langendijk, titled "Allegorie op de dood van Joan Derk van der Capellen tot den Pol," depicts a complex allegorical scene likely mourning the death of the titular Joan Derk van der Capellen tot den Pol. The scene is set in a wooded landscape, with figures representing various aspects of the deceased's life and legacy. The inscription in the upper part of the artwork likely provides further details about the symbolism and meaning of the work, adding another layer to its interpretation. This detailed, yet delicate engraving is a poignant example of 18th-century Dutch art, capturing both the grief and the lasting impact of a notable figure.